Ethel & Ernest
2016 · Movie · 94 min · ★ 7.5 · 85% critics
A hand-drawn animated story follows two ordinary Londoners as they build a life together while the world around them changes in dramatic ways. Told with warmth and intimacy, it captures everyday joys and struggles against the backdrop of major historical events.
Based on Ethel and Ernest
Also known as Ethel and Ernest
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Details
- Years
- 2016
- Release date
- 2016-10-15
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 94 min
- Critic score
- 85/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.5/10 (127 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a gentle, affectionate animated drama about everyday life shaped by history, with a personal focus rather than spectacle; Not for you if you need fast pacing or big action like Rogue Heroes.
Pros: tender, intimate storytelling; heartfelt historical backdrop; charming hand-drawn style | Cons: quiet, low-stakes pace; heavy themes at times; limited action
Themes
- london, england
- married couple
- based on true story
- adult animation
- illustration
Awards & recognition
- Annecy Cristal — a Feature Film · 2017 · nominated
- European Film Award — Best Animated Feature Film · 2017 · nominated
Cast & crew
Jim Broadbent
as Ernest Briggs (voice)
Brenda Blethyn
as Ethel Briggs (voice)
Luke Treadaway
as Raymond Briggs (voice)
Roger Allam
as Middle Aged Doctor (voice)
Virginia McKenna
as Lady of the House (voice)
Peter Wight
as Detective Sergeant Burnley (voice)
Pam Ferris
as Mrs Bennett / Aunty Betty (voice)
Simon Day
as Alf (voice)
Raymond Briggs
as Raymond Briggs (voice)
June Brown
as Ernest's Step Mother (voice)
Directed by Roger Mainwood